General Manager

Fego Operations Ltd; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant restaurant group in Thatcham is seeking a Restaurant Manager to enhance their guest experience. The ideal candidate has over three years of management experience in a fast-paced environment and will thrive in a hands-on leadership role. This position offers competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, and a supportive team environment focused on growth and hospitality.

Benefits

Competitive salary with TRONC

Discounts for friends and family

Training and progression opportunities

Ad-hoc events and team rewards

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience as a restaurant manager in a high-volume, fast-paced setting.
• Hands‑on leadership role with a focus on team development and service.
• Ability to balance people and performance.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations including service and stock control.
• Lead by example to ensure high standards of guest experience.
• Coach and develop your team to promote a culture of learning.
• Host events and collaborate with the team to hit targets.

Skills

People management

Time management

Communication

Organizational skills

Job description

Restaurant Manager – Fego (Various Locations)

Full-Time | Daytime Only | Weekend Availability Required

About Us

Fego is a warm, home-from-home daytime restaurant with South African roots. We believe in breaking down barriers —there’s no front or back of house here, just one hardworking team delivering fresh, comforting food and genuine hospitality. Our guests return for the atmosphere, the warmth, and the experience—and that all starts with our people.

The Role

As a Restaurant Manager , you’ll be a vital part of your site’s success, balancing service leadership, team development and the business side of operations. You’ll need to be on the floor, engaging with guests and team members, and driving a high-energy, positive environment.

You’ll be responsible for :

• Managing daily operations, including service, rotas, stock control, and cost / KPI management
• Leading from the front during service and ensuring a consistently high standard of guest experience
• Coaching and developing your team, supporting growth and maintaining a culture of learning
• Hosting and organising events (like Royal Ascot Week) and other site-specific initiatives
• Working collaboratively with your team to hit targets and keep things running smoothly

Who You Are

You’ll be a strong fit if you :

• Have 3+ years’ experience as a restaurant manager in a high-volume, fast-paced setting
• Thrive in a hands‑on leadership role— you lead by doing
• Know how to balance people and performance, service and strategy
• Have excellent time management, organisational, and communication skills
• Love hospitality and understand how to create a culture of warmth and respect

Why Join Fego?

We look after our people. When you join Fego, you join a family that supports you, challenges you, and celebrates you. Here’s what we offer :

• Competitive salary with TRONC and performance-based bonuses
• Delicious meals on shift + discounts for friends and family
• Training and progression opportunities across the group
• Flexible scheduling , though weekend availability is essential
• Ad-hoc events, bonuses, and team rewards throughout the year

Interested? Let’s Talk.

We’re not just filling a role—we’re building a team for the future. If you’re excited by the idea of making a difference, growing with a brand that truly values its people, and helping shape what hospitality should feel like, get in touch . There’s always room for great people at Fego.